SUMMARY
- James Pearce Jr., Atlanta Falcons rookie defensive end, arrested in Doral, Florida on Saturday.
- Facing two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, one count of aggravated stalking, and one count of fleeing police.
- Incident reportedly involved Los Angeles Sparks forward Rickea Jackson; Pearce crashed vehicle while fleeing.
ATLANTA — Atlanta Falcons defensive end James Pearce Jr., 22, was arrested Saturday in Doral, Florida, after fleeing the scene of a domestic dispute, according to the Miami Dade Police Department. Pearce was booked into Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center.
Pearce, a first round pick (No. 26) in the 2025 NFL Draft, recorded 10.5 sacks in his rookie season, the most on the Falcons, earning PFWA All Rookie honors.
The incident reportedly involved a confrontation with Rickea Jackson of the Los Angeles Sparks, escalating to a vehicle crash during flight from authorities.
Criminal justice analyst Dr. Lisa Grant, Florida International University, said, “High profile athletes face intense public scrutiny, and legal consequences can impact both career and league reputation.”
Falcons spokesperson Matt Reynolds confirmed, “The team is monitoring the situation closely and cooperating with authorities.”
Pearce faces multiple felony charges. Legal proceedings and potential NFL disciplinary action are pending, underscoring the broader implications of athlete conduct off the field.
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